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Single-aisle aircraft are becoming increasingly common for transatlantic flights between the US, Canada, and Europe. The rise in narrowbody usage is attributed to more aircraft deliveries, which have opened new opportunities and allowed airlines to adjust existing routes. Currently, one in seven flights on these routes uses a narrowbody aircraft.
Airlines such as Iberia and Aer Lingus have introduced the A321XLR, contributing to a record number of take-offs this summer. During the third quarter of 2025, there will be an average of 107 daily departures using narrowbodies from North America to Europe. This marks a 10% increase compared to the previous record set in Q3 2024.
Fifteen airlines operate over 120 routes using single-aisle planes between North America and Europe. The distribution of flights is nearly equal between carriers from both regions, with North American operators accounting for 49% and European carriers for 51%.
